THERAPY FOR BURNOUT

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Burnout can sneak up on you, often starting as manageable stress before snowballing into something bigger. Common signs include:

• Constant exhaustion, no matter how much sleep you get
• Feeling detached or cynical about work or responsibilities
• Struggling to focus or stay motivated
• Increased irritability or frustration
• Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
• Physical symptoms like headaches, muscle tension, or frequent illness

Burnout doesn’t just impact your work or productivity—it can affect your relationships, health, and overall sense of self. It’s a signal that something needs to change, and therapy is a great place to start.

Burnout often happens when you’ve been operating in survival mode for too long. Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental space to unpack what’s going on and develop a roadmap for recovery. My approach to therapy for burnout integrates components of evidence-based strategies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and self-compassion to address the root causes of your burnout. Together, we’ll work on:

• Building Awareness: Recognizing the patterns and habits that contribute to burnout
• Boundary-Setting: Setting boundaries to protect your time and energy
• Getting Back in Touch with What Matters Most: Reconnecting with your values and what brings you joy
• Effective Coping: Building coping skills to manage stress effectively
• Building a Stronger Sense of Purpose, Meaning, and Identity: Reclaiming your sense of purpose and identity beyond your work or other roles

You don’t have to keep pushing through or settling for “just getting by.” Working with a burnout specialist can help you find relief and create space for the things that truly matter to you.